Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo V23e

The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo V23e (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 49/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 493,222); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo V23e doesn't; the Vivo V23e is noticeably lighter (172g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e by 33 points (82/100 vs 49/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 95
Display 99
Camera 65
Battery 75
Portability 44
Value for money 90
Vivo V23e
Performance 41
Display 84
Camera 51
Battery 28
Portability 83
Value for money
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 493222
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4050 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (65/100 vs 51/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo V23e better?
  • Lighter: 172g vs 216g

  • Better portability (83/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo V23e, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 33 points higher (82/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo V23e (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (75/100 vs 28/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (83/100 vs 44/100).

Vivo iQOO 15T: The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo V23e: The Vivo V23e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO 15T Vivo V23e
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Helio G96
AnTuTu 3815522 493222
Geekbench Single 3228 678
Geekbench Multi 9553 1895
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3168 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 4050 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 200 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 11, Funtouch 12
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 160.9×74.3×7.4 mm
Weight 216 g 172 g
Launch price $499
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
65
camera
Vivo V23e
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Vivo V23e
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
84
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
75
battery
Vivo V23e
  • 4050 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
28
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo V23e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo iQOO 15T MediaTek Dimensity 9500
82/100
3815522 AnTuTu
Vivo V23e MediaTek Helio G96
49/100 -673.6%
493222 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo V23e by 673.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499
Vivo V23e
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (95/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo V23e (99/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (75/100 vs 28/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (83/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo V23e?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e by 33 points (82/100 vs 49/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo V23e?

The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo V23e — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo V23e?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 51/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo V23e?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo V23e?

The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo V23e is a better fit for everyday use.